Dharamshala: A Tibetan parliamentary delegation, including parliamentarians Tashi Dhondup and Rigzin Lhundup, continued their advocacy efforts in Belgium on 1st October 2024.

They held meetings with Bernard Guetta, Member of the European Parliament from France; Hannes Heide, Member of the European Parliament from Austria; Dainius Žalimas, Member of the European Parliament from Lithuania; Lóránt Vincze, Member of the European Parliament from Romania; and Michael Gahler, Member of the European Parliament from Germany.

During their meetings, the Tibetan lawmakers briefed Members of the European Parliament on the situation in Tibet, focusing on policies implemented by the Chinese Communist Party. They highlighted how Tibetans in exile are working to protect and preserve their distinct language and religion, as well as the current status of the Tibetan struggle and the democratic framework of the Central Tibetan Administration.

The Tibetan MPs underscored the importance of support from the international community, particularly democratic nations, in resolving the Sino-Tibetan conflict. They urged European Parliament Members to raise the issue of Tibet within the Parliament and to adopt a resolution on the matter.